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May Testing Schedule

Dear Families,

I shared our May Testing Schedule with many of you at Parent Teacher Conferences, but I have also posted it below in case you need to reference it again.

Thank you for your support as we near the finish line!

Mrs. Moore

4 Winds Fun

Dear Families,

We had a very exciting week in Science. This week, 4 winds came in and taught us a lot about owls and more specifically, owl pellets. Students were able to watch a video on owl pellet regurgitation. Even more exciting, students were able to dissect owl pellets and match the skeleton bones to different animal images. We discovered one pellet that contained 8 complete skeletons. We had a great time learning about this process. Below, you can see some pictures from our time.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Moore

QR Code Fun

We have been working hard to learn about the different text features you see in nonfiction text. Over the last few days, we have practiced identifying the features in different books. Instead of a typical check-in, we took part in QR code task cards.

Students would read a card with a question on it, they would record their thoughts on a recording sheet and then they would scan the QR code on the card. It was a way for students to get immediate feedback on their work and a fun, engaging way to complete an assignment.

Here a few pictures to share their learning! Students loved it!

Science Projects

10/26/15

Dear Families,

Our 4th grade students are currently learning about electricity and circuits. Over the course of the unit, students will have an understanding of how circuits work, as well as how to build their own circuit. Each year, we like to end the unit with a project. Typically, we have students build an electric house, but this year, we are expanding it to robots, as well. Students will work in teams to build circuits in their very own cardboard house or create an electric robot, as well as decorate them. Students love showing their understanding and putting their own unique spin on the design of their home or robot.

This project will probably begin the week of . However, we are looking for your help now. Last year, students loved fabric, especially the fabric swatches we were able to receive from furniture stores. If you have any fabric, magazines, or craft supplies you would be willing to donate or save for our project, we would greatly appreciate it. Your donations will help students to create the home of their dreams! Any items you have to donate, may be dropped off or sent in at anytime.

Thank you for your support!

Mrs. Moore and Mrs. Grandy

New Math Structure

Friday, October 23, 2015

Dear Families,

I wanted to take some time to share some changes that we have made in math. At the beginning of this year, I began taking a course on a guided math structure to support all math learners. It has really changed some of my thinking and I have begun to implement my learning into your child’s school day. As of Monday, we have begun a new math structure that will allow me to meet with small groups, as well as individuals who may need some extra support. The students are also having opportunities to play math games and engage in deeper math thinking. Everyone is really excited about the change in math and I have seen a mindset shift. Below, you will see an outline of our math block and I will try to share some pictures of our work next week. Please let me know if you have any questions and I will continue to share more information as we go. 

Sincerely, 

Mrs. Moore

MATH STRUCTURE

1. Warm-Up (5 mins)

2. Mini-Lesson (15 mins) - Students get a short introduction to what they will be practicing during guided math.

3. Guided Math (30-40 mins) - Students meet with me in small groups or one-on-one while rotating to other stations, as well. 

4. Reflection/Journal (10 mins) - At the end, students participate in a reflection about their learning and answer a math journal question. 

Friday Folder Note - Turnips!

Dear Families,

This weeks will short and sweet, just like our week! During our week, we had one exciting event occur. We worked as a class to pick turnips that were planted in our garden last spring. The turnips were brought directly to our cafeteria and they will be used in our school lunches. It was a great way for students to see their food grow and see that it will become part of their meals. I wanted to share a few pictures of our picking success! Hope everyone stays warm and has the greatest weekend!

Mrs. Moore :)